Monrovia, Liberia – The Fula Community in Liberia is requesting recognition as an ethnic community, as well as representation and appointment in all facets of national governance.
Fulanis face discrimination in practically every area of their existence, particularly in the fields of education and government representation, according to National Fula Governor Almamy Mohamed Sow.
In a speech given on his behalf at the ceremony commemorating his appointment as the National Fula Governor, Counselor Lusine Bility, the Ministry of Internal Affairs’ Legal Counsel, made the demand at the Antoinette Tubman Stadium in Monrovia.
He asserts that the Fula people pay taxes in the nation because, in addition to being successful businesspeople, many of them have received professional training in a variety of professions.
“Education plays a critical role in promoting sustainable economic growth and development, as is well acknowledged. It is equally crucial to remember that this cannot occur in the absence of harmony and peaceful coexistence. This serves as a further reminder to me of how the Fulani people in this nation have consistently shown that, in addition to making significant contributions to the economy of their country, they have also upheld national stability by actively taking part in positive developments like upholding the rule of law and generally promoting national harmony.”
“Our lengthy history as a people has constantly served as a reminder to us of how vital it is to preserve the peace and stability of the state because of the precious resources we possess here. Our encouragement, donations, and involvement in state-sponsored events serve as proof of this. We unquestionably belong to the small percentage of people in this nation perhaps the very small percentage who have emphasized the significance of filing taxes. This suggests that we too have long since realized that paying taxes is the most reliable method to keep the peace in our nation.”
The Fula community continued that, it appears that their unceasing national engagement in the state is still being questioned and, more often than not, disregarded. They noted that the Fulani shouldn’t just be viewed as aliens; they shouldn’t be the state’s merchants. The Fulani said, it is not appropriate to regard the Fulani as mere bystanders to the political and socioeconomic activities of the state. This implies that they ought to participate in the state’s decision-making process as well.
Reported by: Augustine Octavius
Contact: +231777463963
Email: augustineoctavius@gmail.com
